(June 10, 2001) — “[Architecture is] a profession that my whole family is involved with,” says senior Reyhaneh Hoorfar. For others, it is necessary to declare a certain major to work in a specific field. Their major is a stepping-stone towards a career. “To go into the broadcasting field, which is the field I want to get into, you have to first be a communications major,” says Bianca Fajardo. Clark seniors have a variety of chosen majors. Not surprisingly, about 33% of the class chose to major in areas related to science or technology or both. Other popular majors for Clark seniors include business and communications. There are also a few who have chosen astrophysics or psychology. Seniors also might want to double major to address two different interests. This choice, however, is a definite challenge. Sohail Lala, who is majoring in business administration, is also considering a minor in forensics. “It’s something that I’m interested in but has nothing to do with my first choice,” he says. There are also those who do not feel it is imperative to pick a major at the present time. According to a senior survey, there are about 5% of Clark seniors who have an undeclared major. Those seniors feel that it is better to be in college before choosing a major. Anne Supsaard comments, “It’s better to be certain of your choice, than having to change majors later.” Despite uncertainties in the future, many are confident about their chosen majors and future careers. Hoorfar adds, “I am definitely set with my decision to major in architecture or engineering.”
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College majors: what to do?
February 10, 2010